SUSIE TALEBI
Santa Monica,CA
Summary
Dynamic media professional with extensive experience at Nicely Entertainment, excelling in content analysis and script evaluation. Proven track record in developing audience-driven projects and collaborating cross-functionally. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to enhance content relevance, while fostering strong relationships with creative teams to deliver compelling narratives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder | Producer | Content Analyst
PERSPECTIVE PICTURES
07.2020 - Current
- Develop key operational initiatives to drive and maintain business growth.
- Conduct in-depth content analysis for film and television projects, ensuring optimal reverence for target audiences.
- Research, acquire, and develop intellectual property (IP) for premium scripted projects, aligning creative strategies with audience preferences.
- Collaborate with writers, directors, and executives to develop compelling narratives.
- Stay attuned to cultural trends, social issues, and entertainment industry shifts to ensure content remains relevant and engaging.
- Oversee business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Analyze industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Director of Development & Associate Producer
NICELY ENTERTAINMENT
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Worked with internal and external businesses to develop TV and film projects that met creative and business goals.
- Managed content insights and classification for a diverse slate of scripted series and films, ensuring accurate thematic tagging and audience alignment.
- Identified emerging talent and sourced IP, ensuring the development of unique, audience-driven content.
- Worked cross-functionally with internal team to enhance content tracking and data management organization.
Executive Assistant to Partner, Motion Picture Pro
ICM Partners
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted in the evaluation and submission of scripts, providing detailed analysis on story, themes, and commercial viability.
- Managed a portfolio of 200+ industry-leading clients, facilitating successful content deals.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries. Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Freelance Script Reader
The Blacklist
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Analyzed, reviewed, and provided detailed script coverage for film and TV submissions, helping identify high-potential projects.
- Evaluated storytelling structure, character development, and marketability.
Executive Assistant to SVP, Current Programming
NICKELODEON
02.2016 - 07.2016
- Supported executives in script analysis, metadata tagging, and content evaluation for ongoing projects.
- Managed departmental tracking grids to ensure smooth development workflows and priorities, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders, streamlining operations and tasks,
Executive Assistant to EVP, Original Programming
EPIX (MGM+, AMAZON)
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Developed an efficient database system that streamlined project organization and information tracking.
- Coordinated across teams to manage the progress of various original programming initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - Artificial Intelligence
MiraCosta College
Oceanside, CA12-2025
Master of Arts - Film Production
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Science - Film Studies
Suffolk University
Boston, MAAssociate of Arts - Communications
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MASkills
- 🎬 Content Analysis & Metadata Tagging (Genre classification, theme identification, audience alignment)
- 📝 Script Evaluation & Coverage (Story analysis, character development, market positioning)
- 📊 Data-Driven Decision Making (Using metadata to drive content recommendations)
- 📺 Streaming & Entertainment Expertise (Deep knowledge of UCAN markets and global trends)
- 🤝 Cross-Functional Collaboration (Experience working with marketing, creative services, and data teams)
- 🛠 Tools & Software: Airtable, Google Sheets, Final Draft, EP Budgeting, Adobe Premiere Pro, Slack, Zoom
Affiliations
- 🏆 Producers Guild of America (PGA)
- 🎭 Hollywood Radio & Television Society (HRTS)
- 🎬 Women in Film
- 🎤 Women in Entertainment
Salary Expectation
💰 $150,000 - $250,000, based on industry standards, experience, and market indicators.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Development & Associate Producer
NICELY ENTERTAINMENT
08.2020 - 03.2021
Founder | Producer | Content Analyst
PERSPECTIVE PICTURES
07.2020 - Current
Executive Assistant to Partner, Motion Picture Pro
ICM Partners
05.2019 - 07.2020
Freelance Script Reader
The Blacklist
07.2016 - 05.2019
Executive Assistant to SVP, Current Programming
NICKELODEON
02.2016 - 07.2016
Executive Assistant to EVP, Original Programming
EPIX (MGM+, AMAZON)
03.2015 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - Artificial Intelligence
MiraCosta College
Master of Arts - Film Production
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Science - Film Studies
Suffolk University
Associate of Arts - Communications
Massachusetts Bay Community College
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